I went CG about 6 months ago not only based on the advice of a lot of curlies here, but my stylist. As she cut my hair on Thursday, she said how much healthier my scalp looks. I told her I'm pretty sure it's from cutting out sulfates. She said she was so happy to hear that I had gone CG....and then coated my hair in a silicone-based curl cream. Argh! Is my only option to use a sulfate now? It took 2 weeks to recover last time I used a sulfate shampoo.

I didn't know coco betaine removed silicones. I'll try my sulfate free shampoo that has it! If that doesn't work, what is an apple cider vinegar or baking soda rinse?

Thanks to you both!!!

Originally Posted by DCWavyLady

If it doesn't work the first time, just try a second time and let it sit for a minute or so. The only thing that I have had difficulty getting out with coco betain is waterproof sunscreen, and that def needs a sulfate.